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International Festival at the Senior Center


Submitted by Mike Cooper on Tue, 03/16/2010 - 3:20pm.

Senior CenterThe Woburn Senior Center is planning to put on its International Festival again this year on Thursday, March 25th from 10 to 11:30am.  Last year's festival was well attended.

There will be exhibits, music, and food and beverage tasting.  This event is free and no prior registration is required.

The Woburn Senior Center is located at 144 School St.  For directions or more information call the Center at 781-897-5960.

Scouting for Food


Submitted by Mike Cooper on Tue, 03/16/2010 - 3:12pm.

Cub ScoutsThe Scouts of Pack 502 are participating in Scouting for Food as part of their Good Turn for America program.  They understand these are hard times for all, but in hard times it is even more important to care for the less fortunate. Last year they collected over 1600 lbs of food for our community, please join us again this year by donating 1 or more items.  Please help by donating non-perishable items.  The Scouts will be distributing flyers around their neighborhoods for pick up.  read more »

A Taste of Spring tickets now on sale!


Submitted by jburns on Thu, 03/11/2010 - 5:02pm.

A night of food, fun, and wonderful raffles! It's that time again for one of Woburn's most popular events... NuPath's Annual Taste of Spring!

A Taste of Spring will be held on April 28th from 5:30 to 8:30 at the Holiday Inn Select in Woburn. Tickets are now on sale and can be purchased at our office at 147 New Boston Street or by submitting the attached ticket request flyer. Also on the flyer is a list of participating food purveyors... take a look and see all of the great food you will be able to taste!

Come to NuPath's Taste of Spring and support a great cause!

Recycling Event to Benefit the Woburn Historical Society


Submitted by Mike Cooper on Tue, 03/09/2010 - 4:45pm.

Woburn Historical SocietyAre you wondering what to do with that old television, computer monitor or appliance that is broken, unwanted or unused and just taking up space?

Paul Medeiros has found and is working with a Massachusetts company that will collect these items at drop off sites set up throughout Woburn at various times throughout the year. This is an excellent opportunity to recycle these items at a minimal cost, compared to the high cost associated with curbside appliance recycling programs and will also be a fundraiser for local organizations that will sponsor these events.  read more »

Self-Defense Seminar to Benefit Mission of Deeds


Submitted by Mike Cooper on Tue, 03/09/2010 - 4:26pm.

TaichiBody Mind Systems is hosting a self-defense seminar to benefit Mission of Deeds Tuesday, March 16th, from 7 to 9pm.  The seminar will cost $20 and is open to both men and women aged 14 years and older. 

Body Mind Systems is an organization that teaches people to improve every aspect of their lives through martial arts training.  If you would like to find out more about the organization, visit their website.  read more »

Legislative Update


Submitted by RepJimDwyer on Mon, 03/08/2010 - 9:40pm.

HELPING SMALL BUSINESSES

Affordable Health Care

Earlier this week, the Health Connector announced the launch of Business Express, a new product for small group employers. The New Business Express program is for small businesses with 50 or fewer employees. For some businesses with five or fewer employees, the savings may be more than $300 per employee per year. Select network plans may offer savings that range from 10 to 15 percent. Hopefully this savings for small business will create more employment opportunities we so desperately need during these critical economic times.  read more »

Cyber Safety, Texting and Bullying Safety Conference


Submitted by admin@joycepto.org on Thu, 03/04/2010 - 9:08pm.

Woburn Police School Resource Officer Division, Joyce and Kennedy PTO's are pleased to sponsor this free seminar for parents, teachers and other interested adults.  read more »

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Watch Out for Local Aid Cuts


Submitted by kfratto on Thu, 03/04/2010 - 7:00pm.

Here we go again in Reading. Approximately 4 months after Town Meeting defeated the meals tax increase by rejecting the emergency argument, the Town decided it is time to take the issue up again at the next Town Meeting in April. Apparently, a Town Meeting decision isn't respected unless it is the decision that the Town Officials want. One of the Selectmen (Richard Schubert) went so far as to say that the meals tax should always be on the Town Meeting Warrant until it passes.  read more »

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SCI's Policies Regarding Politics


Submitted by Mike Cooper on Thu, 03/04/2010 - 11:40am.

SCI LogoSome of you have noticed political postings made on our website.  You may see writings of a political nature under recent blog entries, or as comments under other content.  You will notice, however, that these writings are all authored by private individuals with no connection to SCI. 

I want to make it clear that we at SCI do not endorse any political party, candidate, or cause.

However, this site is intended to be a forum for the citizens of Woburn to talk about subjects that are important to our community.  Those who wish to submit blog entries or comments relating to political matters may do so.  We will do our best not to hinder or censor anyone's speech, or give aid to any particular argument, so long as the conversation is kept civil. 

 

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$25,000 Pot of Gold Raffle & St. Patrick’s Social


Submitted by Mike Cooper on Wed, 03/03/2010 - 4:55pm.

Boys and Girls Club of WoburnHeld the Saturday before St. Patrick’s Day, the Boys and Girls Club of Woburn’s St. Patrick’s Social offers a night of friends, food, dancing and of course a little luck of the Irish.  $30 tickets include a full corned beef and cabbage dinner, live band and DJ and a seat to see who takes home the $25,000 grand prize drawing.  Tables seat groups up to eight people.  Win great prizes, including the $25,000 Grand Prize.  read more »

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